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Mental HealthBrain Exercises: the Good and Bad News
May slow cognitive decline initially but hasten dementia
Mental HealthReligion May Deter Drinking Problems for Teens
Religiosity may moderate genetic effects on problem-alcohol use
Mental HealthAnxiety Linked to Religious Extremism
Uncertainty provokes idealism, radical beliefs for some
Mental HealthThoughts of God May Lessen Distress
Opposite effect shown to be true for nonbelievers
Mental HealthInternet Dependence, Gambling Addiction: No Link
Study finds no overlap between the two addictive behaviors
Mental HealthStudy Looks at Autism Risk in Infants
Vulnerabilities that increase risk in sibilings of autistic children
Mental HealthThe Effects of Rejection
Romantic rejection linked to reward, addiction centers in brain
Mental HealthEcstasy-assisted Psychotherapy and PTSD
Drug shows promise for treatment-resistant patients
Mental HealthWomen in 50s More Prone to PTSD
Rates for disorder peak later in females than in males
Mental HealthMarriage Good for Stress?
Those married and in relationships release less stress hormone
Mental HealthThe Neural Basis of Depression
Researchers look at neurological markers in disease
Mental HealthRelief for Dementia Patients?
Home-based intervention may provide some benefit
Mental HealthChildren of Gay Couples Do Well in School
Study finds same achievement as those raised by straight parents
Mental HealthChurch or Shopping on Sundays?
American women who attend religious services happier, study finds
Mental HealthSAMe Shows Promise for Depression Treatment
Supplement may help those who don't respond to meds alone
Mental HealthDisaster Exacerbates Kids' Emotional Problems
Previously victimized children more likely to act out after a disaster
Mental HealthSelf-Injury Has Calming Effect for Some
Some with borderline personality disorder find relief in self-harm
Mental HealthSchool-based Alcohol Intervention Shows Success
Group sessions lower drinking rate for at-risk youths
Mental HealthWhat Eye Movements Reveal
Lost in thought or paying attention, it's all in the eyes
Mental Health'Destination Amnesia' in Older Adults
Age group also experiences over-confidence with false beliefs
Mental HealthMental Health Effects of BP Gulf Disaster
Feelings of anger, depression and helplessness expected to last
Mental HealthWalking Boosts Brain Connectivity
Movement helps combat age-related loss of brain function
Mental HealthExperimental Treatment for Cocaine Addiction
New drug may help prevent relapse in recovering addicts
Mental HealthSmoking and Depression in Teens
Adolescents who smoke may see increase in depressive symptoms